I used a big screwdriver wedged against one of the studs and the exhaust
against the flywheel teeth.  Nothing bent.

Karl Wolz

----- Original Message -----
From: "Miguel Calvin" <mcalvin@MAC.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Saturday, July 21, 2001 7:26 PM
Subject: Rear main seal replacement/flywheel removal

> Oh wise ones,
>
> I need to get the flywheel off to replace the rear main seal.
>
> How do I stop it from turning while I apply the 100+ ft*lbs needed to turn
> the bolts?
>
> Any tricks known to work without bending anything?
> --
> Miguel
>